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1. Intel Keeps Europe Waiting as It Commits to New US Chip Factories

   Intel still intends to develop European chip manufacturing capacity despite the delayed plans being overshadowed by its announcement on Friday of a more than $20-billion (roughly Rs. XXX) investment in two new US semiconductor plants.

2. Toshiba Halts Operations at Japan Chip Plant After Quake

   Toshiba said that it had suspended operations at a plant in Oita, southern Japan, that makes semiconductors used in cars and industrial machinery, after a strong earthquake hit the area at the weekend.

3. Flipkart Grand Gadget Days Sale Is Now Live With Deals, Discounts on Smartwatches, Earphones, Cameras

   Flipkart Grand Gadget Days Sale is now live with discounts on electronics like digital cameras, smartwatches, truly wireless stereo (TWS) earbuds, laptops, monitors, computer peripherals, headphones, and speakers. The products can be purchased with bank offers, cashbacks, and No Cost EMI. The sale will run until January 26.

4. US House Bill on Chip Investment, China Competitiveness Coming Soon: Nancy Pelosi

   The US House of Representatives will soon introduce a bill to increase US competitiveness with China and boost federal spending on semiconductors, Speaker Nancy Pelosi said as the Biden administration seeks to boost domestic chip production.

5. Intel's $20-Billion Ohio Factory Could Become World's Largest Chip Plant

   Intel said it would invest up to $100 billion (roughly Rs. 7,44,200 crore) to build potentially the world's largest chip-making complex in Ohio, looking to boost capacity as a global shortage of semiconductors affects everything from smartphones to cars.

6. Lenovo Remains Most Popular PC Manufacturer Ahead of Apple, Dell, HP, Others in Q4 2021: Counterpoint

   Lenovo was the most popular PC manufacturer in Q4 2021, according to data from Counterpoint Research. Lenovo enjoyed 24 percent of the global PC market share, followed by HP with 20.5 percent, Dell with 19 percent, and Apple with 8 percent. Component supplies also eased in Q4 2021, allowing manufacturers to stockpile inventory to tide them over future shortages due to...

7. Intel Said to Plan $20-Billion Chip Manufacturing Site in Ohio

   Intel on Friday is set to announce it will invest $20 billion (roughly Rs. 1,48,850 crore) in a massive new manufacturing site near Columbus, Ohio to develop and manufacture advanced semiconductor chips, sources briefed on the matter told Reuters.

8. Microsoft Surface Pro 8 Launched in India, Surface Pro 7+ to Be Made Available to Consumers

   Microsoft Surface Pro 8 and Surface Pro 7+ are set to go on sale in India on February 15. The tablets come with the 11th Gen Intel Core processors and Windows 11 out of the box and were launched at Microsoft’s hardware event in September 2021. Pre-orders for Microsoft Surface 8 have started today, and customers will be able to purchase both Surface Pro 8 and Surface...

9. Google Play Games Beta Brings Support for ‘Seamless’ Android Gaming to Windows PCs

   Google Play Games is now available in limited beta for Windows PCs and laptops, allowing gamers to bring their favourite games to larger screens with mouse and keyboard input support. The service will allow syncing of progress and achievements across smartphone, tablet and mobile, according to Google. Gamers will also be able to collect Google Play Points for purchase...

10. Lenovo 10w Tablet, 13w Yoga Convertible With Windows 11 Launched, Aimed at Students

    Lenovo 10w Tablet and 13w Yoga have been introduced to support students learning from their homes and returning to schools. Both new devices run on Windows 11 and come with touch support.

11. Rainbow Six Extraction Release Date, PC System Requirements, Price, Size, Review, More

    Rainbow Six Extraction is the latest title in Tom Clancy’s Rainbow franchise. The new game from Ubisoft is set to release on January 20. Ubisoft will release the game on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series S/X, Xbox Game Pass, Amazon Luna, and Stadia. It has the same 18 operators as Rainbow Six Siege.

12. Premium Wired Keyboard Deals That You Should Check Out Right Now

    Premium keyboards are loaded with a slew of features. This list consists of some popular options that offer features like backlighting, soft membrane for noiseless typing, wrist rest that facilitate comfortable typing for long work hours, laser etched keys to prevent fading, durable build and multimedia keys to control music/ audio. If you are looking for a premium wi...

13. Great Deals on Budget Wired Keyboards That You Should Check Out

    Keyboards are one of the important input accessories that are paired with a PC. If you are on a budget, you can consider some popular budget options in this list. Some keyboards come with durable body and offer features like spill-resistant body, while others offer longevity, great design, soft touch keys and noiseless operation. Since all of them are wired keyboards,...

14. HP Fortis Chromebooks, Windows Laptops With Rugged Builds Launched

    HP Fortis range of Chromebooks and Windows laptops have been unveiled. The new models come with rugged builds and are designed to support remote learning. The range comprises the HP Fortis 14 G10 Chromebook, Fortis 11 G9 Q Chromebook, ProBook Fortis 14 G9 PC, ProBook Fortis 14 G10 PC, Pro x360 Fortis 11 G9 PC, and the Pro x360 Fortis 11 G10 PC.

15. Deals on Popular Budget Gaming Keyboard and Mouse Combos to Consider

    If you are a looking to start a career in gaming, or are an avid gamer, you need a gaming keyboard and a mouse to have an edge over the other the occasional gamers. While gaming keyboard and mouse combos are available at different price points, you, as a starter, can go for the budget options to have a taste of various features these gaming peripherals have to offer....

16. Best Deals on Premium Wired Keyboards for Your Perusal

    Keyboards are the basic yet most important input accessory that is coupled with a PC. They come in various sizes, avatars, and serve different purposes. While there is a high demand for the wireless keyboards, some people still prefer wired options. Premium wired keyboards are loaded with features. While some offer sleek design and typing comfort, others have durabili...

17. Rainbow Six Extraction Review: Not Even for Rainbow Six Siege Diehards

    Rainbow Six Extraction review: Ubisoft Montréal’s Rainbow Six Siege spin-off is a co-op PvE title that makes mistakes all over the place. Rainbow Six Extraction reviewed on Xbox One X, Xbox One S, and Xbox Series X. Rainbow Six Extraction release date is January 20 on PC, PS4, PS5, Luna, Stadia, Xbox One, Xbox Series S/X, and Xbox Game Pass.

18. Intel Set to Launch Energy-Efficient Chip for Bitcoin Mining at ISSCC on February 23

    Intel, one of the world’s most recognisable microchip manufacturers, has suggested it may be about to release a specialised low-cost, low energy-consuming Bitcoin mining chip.

19. Logitech Pen Chromebook Stylus With Military-Grade Durability Launched for Students

    Logitech Pen, a new stylus designed for touch screen Chromebooks that supports Universal Stylus Initiative (USI) standards has been unveiled. The new stylus is designed for students. The tip of the stylus features 4,096 levels of pressure sensitivity. The battery of the Logitech Pen is said to offer up to 15 days of regular school use.

20. Best Deals on Popular Wireless Keyboards That You Should Check Out

    Just like any wireless device, a wireless keyboard offer great portability and save its users from the hassle of managing cables. Wireless keyboards can be easily used with a multitude of devices with some of them include support for PCs as well as smartphones. In addition to that, the wireless keyboards allow users to work from a distance. For example, if you want to...

21. Best Deals on Popular Wired Mouse Options That You Should Check Out

    Wired mice are preferred by people who prioritise low latency, and can bear wire clutter. They help in accelerating work flow with their low response time, and are usually affordable as compared to their wireless counterparts. Furthermore, wired mice do not have a hassle of changing batteries as they do not require additional power source to work. If you are looking t...

22. Deals on Popular Budget Wireless Mouse Options That You Should Check Out

    Wireless mice remove the clutter of wires, and make the workstation look a lot cleaner as compared to when you are using wired mice. Apart from being comfortable and lightweight, they can also be used from a distance, for example, when you are watching a movie and want to control the playback. They come at various price points, and if you are looking for a budget opti...

23. Realme Book Enhanced Air With Lighter Build, 11th Gen Intel Core Processor Launched

    Realme Book Enhanced Air was launched in China on Tuesday. The new laptop is identical to the Realme Book Enhanced Edition that was launched in the country earlier this month. However, it comes in a lighter body over the existing model.

24. Google Self Share Feature Spotted as Nearby Share Update, Will Make Sending Files to Yourself Easier: Report

    Google is reportedly working on a new update on the Nearby Share feature to allow users to send data across their own devices. The feature known as Self Share will eliminate the practice of sending files to your own email or uploading them to cloud storage. The company launched the Nearby Share on ChromeOS and Android as a rival to Apple’s AirDrop.

25. Infinix InBook X2 With 50Wh Battery, 10th Gen Intel Core Processors Launched

    Infinix InBook X2 was silently launched on Monday. The new laptop is powered by 10th Gen Intel Core processors paired with up to 16GB of RAM. It sports a 14-inch full-HD IPS display with 300 nits peak brightness. Its 50Wh battery is said to last the whole day.

26. How Intel is Handling the Global Chip Shortage, Arc GPUs for PC Builders, and More: Interview with Gregory Bryant

    Global semiconductor supply will remain constrained for a while, but Intel seems confident in its ability to deliver new CPUs and GPUs even as demand continues to rise due to the global pandemic.

27. Safari 15 Security Flaw Discovered That Can Leak Your Browsing Activity, Personal Identity

    Safari 15 is found to have a serious vulnerability that could allow attackers to gain access to your browsing activity and personal identity attached to a Google account.

28. Flipkart Big Saving Days Sale 2022 Goes Live: Best Offers on Mobile Phones, Electronics

    Flipkart Big Saving Days Sale 2022 is live for everyone. We've handpicked the best offers on popular mobile phones, laptops, and other electronics. The six-day sale also brings several bundled exchange and payment offers on select products.

29. Apple to Require Employee Proof of COVID-19 Booster: Report

    Apple will require retail and corporate employees to provide proof of a COVID-19 booster shot, as per a report by The Verge citing an internal email.

30. Infinix InBook X1 Review: An Interesting Balance of Features and Affordability

    Infinix has chosen an unusual way to cut costs for its debut laptops in India, the InBook X1 series. You still get plenty of interesting features and a unique style, but the specifications might leave you wondering.